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Community Support Program (PAC)
Support for inclusive community initiatives in Quebec
Last Update: June 5, 2026
Funding available
$ 500,000
Timeline
- Open continuously
Location
Quebec, Canada
Overview
The Programme d’appui aux collectivités supports municipalities, non-profits and cooperatives to build more welcoming and inclusive communities in Quebec. It funds collective initiatives such as intercultural rapprochement, anti-racism, regional settlement support, networking, training and welcome activities.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Develop workforce skills
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 500,000 $
- Up to 75% of project cost
Timeline
- Open continuously
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Educational services
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Other services (except public administration)
- Public administration
Location
- Quebec
Legal structures
- Financial cooperative
- Non-financial cooperative
- Non-profit
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Sports
Target groups
- General public
- New immigrants & refugees
- Rural / Remote communities
- Nonprofits / charities
- Community leaders
- Minority groups
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- Local
- Regional
- Provincial
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Intercultural rapprochement activities.
- Regional settlement and integration initiatives.
- Networking, training and awareness activities for local stakeholders.
- Welcome, anti-racism and intercultural practice projects.
Documents Needed
- Completed and signed MIFI application form.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Regional county municipalities.
- Local municipalities.
- Montréal and Québec City.
- Non-profit organizations.
- Cooperatives.
Who is not eligible
- Organizations that do not meet the legal non-profit or eligible cooperative status requirements.
- Entities not registered or not in good standing in the Quebec enterprise register (for non-profits and cooperatives).
- Organizations that have been active for less than twelve months (for non-profits and cooperatives).
Eligible expenses
- Project staff wages and benefits.
- Professional fees, equipment, materials and rental costs.
- Communication, promotion, travel and administrative costs.
Eligible geographic areas
- Quebec.
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed under the program’s call for proposals process.
- For sub-stream 2B, applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.
- A funding agreement must be signed before funding is granted.
Additional information
- Financial assistance agreements can last up to three years.
- Applications are submitted through annual calls for proposals, except for sub-stream 2B.
- Funded organizations must complete mid-year, annual, and final accountability reports.
- The program is complementary to other MIFI and government funding programs.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Community Support Program (PAC) Program
What is the Community Support Program (PAC)?
The Programme d’appui aux collectivités supports municipalities, non-profits and cooperatives to build more welcoming and inclusive communities in Quebec. It funds collective initiatives such as intercultural rapprochement, anti-racism, regional settlement support, networking, training and welcome activities.
How much funding can be received?
Community Support Program (PAC) Funds up to 75% of admissible expenses, capped at $500,000 per project.
Who is eligible for the Community Support Program (PAC) program?
To be eligible for the Community Support Program (PAC) program, you must:
Municipal bodies in Quebec.
Legally constituted non-profits and cooperatives.
Organizations active for at least 12 months.
What expenses are eligible under Community Support Program (PAC)?
Intercultural rapprochement activities.
Regional settlement and integration initiatives.
Networking, training and awareness activities for local stakeholders.
Welcome, anti-racism and intercultural practice projects.
Who can I contact for more information about the Community Support Program (PAC)?
You can contact Government of Québec by email at Programme_PAC_DRMTL@mifi.gouv.qc.ca.
Where is the Community Support Program (PAC) available?
The Community Support Program (PAC) program is available the province of Quebec.
Is the Community Support Program (PAC) a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Community Support Program (PAC) is a Grant and Funding